Many older millennials can vividly recall where they were and what they were doing the day that the World Trade Center towers fell, although they cannot remember what they were doing the day before. This is an example of ________.

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A flashbulb memory is a highly detailed, exceptionally vivid 'snapshot' of the moment and circumstances in which a piece of surprising and consequential (or emotionally arousing) news was heard. The memories are believed to be more accurate and long-lasting than normal memories because of the surprise, emotional arousal, and consequentiality of the event. The example given in the question describes a clear memory of a specific event that was emotionally arousing and consequential, thus fitting the definition of a flashbulb memory.

Many Older Millennials Can Vividly Recall Where They Were and What